University of Trier is a public university located in the city of Trier. The university was first established in 1473 but was closed in 1798. The university has a total student population of around 15,000 students with a male- female ratio of 11:19.

The university offers undergraduate as well as postgraduate courses.

Courses in the fields of arts, sciences, law and education are offered by the university.

International applicants will be required to prove their proficiency in German.

Highlights

Application Portal

Online portal

Type of university

Public

Evaluation fee (International applicants)

5000 Euro

Mode of Program

Part- time/ Full-time/ Exchange programs

Intake Sessions

Summer/ Winter

Financial Aid

Scholarships / Work-study

University of Trier Admission Deadlines

Some of the application deadlines for international students for winter and summer semesters are given below:

Semester

Deadline

Summer

January 15

Winter

Courses with Restrictions: July 15
Courses without Restrictions: May 31

University of Trier International Admissions

There are several additional requirements for international students along with the general requirements which are the same as the German applicants.

Admission Requirements for International Students

Official transcripts of educational institutions attended previously.

University assessment test.

Supplementary examination

Health insurance

There are various specific departmental requirements as well which include auditions and interviews.

Language Proficiency Requirements for International Students

The university offers courses in German. International applicants are required to prove their proficiency in German in order to be admitted to the university in any programs other than English- language masters courses. The DSH - 2 German Language Examination for University Entrance Certificate has to be submitted by the applicant.

English language proficiency has to be proved by students applying for admission in English taught masters courses. Students who do not belong to an English- speaking country or have not got a degree in a course of at least 2 years taught in English will be required to prove their proficiency in English for the same.

Visa Process for International Students

The selected applicants will be issued an Admission Letter from University of Trier after which they can apply for visa by completing the visa application. Students will be required to book an appointment with the German embassy in their country.

Documents required for completing the visa application are:

Admission Letter

Passport

Passport size photos

Finance certificate

University of Trier Undergraduate Admission

University of Trier offers a number of undergraduate courses which include courses in Business Administration, German Studies, History, Law, Education etc. All the courses are offered in German language. Each course has specific requirements. However, the basic application procedure remains the same for all courses.

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: None

Admission Requirements: The following documents have to be provided by the applicants at the time of admission:

Official transcripts of secondary school.

University assessment test.

Supplementary examination

Financial Support Documents

International students need to provide German proficiency test score

University of Trier Graduate Admission

University of Trier provides masters a number of masters programs. Each course has specific admission requirements. However, the basic requirements for admission are the same for all courses.

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: None

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject

Official transcripts

The requirements for some of the master’s courses taught in English language are given below.

Course

Academic Requirements

M.Sc. Survey Statistics

UG Degree Final GPA should be equal to or more than 2.0, Letter of motivation, Good programming skills

M.Sc. Economics

UG Degree in Economics, Minimum GPA required is 2.5

M.Sc. Data Science

UG Degree in specific fields, Letter of motivation

The university has a considerable number of international students with around 15% of the total students hailing from different countries. However, a large number of students come from the neighbouring German states.

University charges a fee of 5,000 Euros for assessment of foreign transcripts. International students are advised to contact the International Admission Office in case of any query.